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Economics3h 37m ago

US tomato prices rose by about 40% between January and April, the biggest three-month increase since 2006.

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Mexico, Florida, United States

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David Branch, David Magaña, Emma Court
What
US tomato prices rose by about 40% between January and April, the biggest three-month increase since 2006.
When
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:46:20 GMT · 3h 37m ago
Where
Mexico, Florida, United States ·
Why
Weather disruptions, specifically drought in Mexico and a freeze in Florida, led to significant crop losses, driving up tomato prices.
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Consumers are experiencing higher prices for tomatoes due to climate disruptions affecting major growing regions, and these elevated prices are expected to persist, highlighting a potential for longer-lasting food inflation.

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